Pressure Built Physical Therapy & Performance
Building HEALTHSPANthrough Strength
Daily body mechanics and force distribution affect overall well being. Pressure Built Physical Therapy & Performance considers a holistic approach to looking at human movement and how to be more efficient from ground pressure up through the body.
What sets us apart
One-on-one. Every session. No exceptions.
What sets Pressure Built apart is the personalized, one-on-one approach. Every session is with Dr. Michelle Nowicki directly; no assistants, no handoffs. As a cash-based practice, Pressure Built operates outside the constraints of insurance, allowing for longer sessions, better continuity of care, and treatment focused entirely on what works, not what's covered.
The goal is simple.
1. Decrease pain and discomfort 2. find neutral — where the body works most efficiently 3. build strength
Services
Built for every body. Every goal.
Performance Physical Therapy
Targeted treatment for athletes and active individuals focused on restoring function and maximizing performance.
Recovery/Manual therapy
Soft tissue mobilization using trigger point, IASTM, cupping techniques to restore proper tissue tone.
Dry Needling
Precise trigger point therapy to release muscle tension, reduce pain, and restore movement patterns.
Pre & Post Surgery Rehab
Comprehensive care before and after surgery to optimize outcomes and accelerate recovery.
Gait & Running Assessment
Detailed movement analysis to identify inefficiencies and reduce injury risk in runners and walkers.
Pre/Postpartum Training
Core stability, pelvic floor health, and safe functional strength to support labor preparation and postpartum recovery.
About Dr. Nowicki
12 years. One philosophy. Movement is medicine.
Dr. Michelle Nowicki, PT, DPT, CSCS brings over a decade of experience across athletes, pediatrics, geriatrics, pre/post partum, and overall wellness. Her foundation is built around strength and the belief that the correct movement, done right, changes everything.
UMass Amherst
B.S. Kinesiology
MCPHS University
Doctor of Physical Therapy
CSCS
Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist
Ready to build something that lasts?
Stop managing symptoms. Start building the foundation your body deserves. One-on-one, cash-based care with Dr. Michelle Nowicki.